What would you like to ask the new state representative for the 91st District, Collene Lamonte?

Collene Lamonte is greeted by supporters after her swearing in ceremony for State Representative House District 91. She was sworn in by Muskegon County 14th Circuit Court Judge William C. Marietti on Dec. 10, 2012, at the Muskegon High School auditorium. MLive file photo

Join MLive and Muskegon Chronicle reporter Dave Alexander and Lamonte in a noon discussion of the issues facing Michigan on Jan. 3. You can ask your questions during the live chat or post them in the comments below and we'll ask them for you. The discussion is expected to last about an hour.

A Muskegon High School teacher, Lamonte held her swearing-in ceremony in the high school auditorium in early December. She begins her new duties as a state representative when the next legislative session opens Jan. 9 in Lansing.

The Democratic challenger, Lamonte narrowly defeated Republican incumbent Holly Hughes in a closely watched race for the state House seat. The district, which covers the non-urban core of Muskegon County, is typically considered a pivotal one in Michigan, because of its history of electing candidates from either major political party.

The margin of victory was 48 to 47 percent.

Lamonte is eager to "chat" with her constituents, so look for the "Live chat" headline and join the conversation Jan. 3.